MixedIndependent

Newcastle Preparatory School

Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, North East · NE2 4RH

A small independent prep in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, this co-educational school takes children from age three through to eleven, with around 241 pupils on roll. Its compact size lends itself to a close-knit, attentive environment for younger learners. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest rating of "excellent" for both quality of education and pupil personal development. One note for families to weigh: at the most recent inspection the school did not meet all regulatory compliance standards, so it is worth asking the school directly how this has been addressed.

241

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£15,981

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender: Mixed
Type: independent (fee-paying) school
Age range: 3-11
Pupils: 241
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, North East
Website: https://www.newcastleprepschool.org.uk/
Telephone: 0191 2815668

Headteacher

Head teacher Gemma Strong

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Teaching & academics

The ISI judged the school "excellent", its top grade, reflecting strong outcomes across the primary years. Nearly one in five pupils receives some form of SEN support, suggesting a school accustomed to identifying and responding to a range of learning needs. Under head teacher Gemma Strong, the focus runs from the early years through to eleven-plus preparation.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support: 19.48%
EHC plans: 0.37%

Ethos & heritage

Boarding: No

Money matters

Day fees (per year): £15,981
Bursaries up to: 100% of fees

Means-tested bursaries from 5 to 100 per cent available from year 3

Inspection reports

ISI rating: excellent
ISI personal development: excellent
Last inspected: 1 April 2025

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The last word

A well-regarded small prep for Newcastle families seeking individual attention, with means-tested bursaries of up to 100 per cent helping to widen access from Year 3.

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